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WSP is currently initiating a search for a Full-Time Resident Engineer  for our Peoria, IL office. Be involved in projects with our Construction Management team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges.  

The Resident Engineer will serve as the client's on-site representative and primary point of contact during construction. A key requirement of this role is direct, hands-on experience overseeing the construction of at least one CSO storage tank or comparable large-scale underground wastewater storage facility.

The Resident Engineer will be responsible for ensuring that complex CSO tank construction activities-including deep excavation, rock support, large structural concrete placements, pumping systems, and integrated mechanical, electrical, and controls systems-are executed safely, in full compliance with contract documents and regulatory requirements. 

Construction Oversight & Contract Administration

• Provide full-time, on-site oversight of all construction activities, including deep excavation, rock support, structural concrete, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and site work.
• Act as the client's authorized on-site representative for administration of the construction contract.
• Interpret and enforce contract plans, specifications, permits, and regulatory requirements.
• Chair construction progress meetings with contractors and client staff; prepare and distribute meeting minutes.

Schedule, Cost & Change Management

• Review and monitor the Contractor's baseline schedule and periodic updates; identify risks and coordinate corrective actions with the client.
• Review and verify contractor pay applications, quantities, and supporting documentation prior to client approval.
• Review RFIs, field changes, and change order proposals; provide technical evaluations and written recommendations to the client.
• Maintain accurate project records, including daily reports, quantity tracking, correspondence, and photo documentation.

Quality Assurance & Oversight 

• Manage inspection to oversee activities to ensure work conforms to approved plans, specifications, and quality control requirements.
• Coordinate review of submittals and shop drawings with the design engineer and City.
• Manage quality control/assurance testing staff for field testing. 
• Observe and document system start-up, and commissioning of pumping, mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Develop punch lists and support project closeout, final inspections, and acceptance.

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Monitor contractor compliance with approved Safety and Health Plans, site-specific safety plans, and OSHA requirements.
• Promote a strong safety culture and immediately address unsafe conditions.
• Ensure compliance with environmental permits, and applicable City, State, and Federal regulations.

Coordination & Communication

• Maintain daily coordination with the client and project representatives.
• Interface with design engineers, inspectors, utilities, and regulatory agencies as required.
• Provide regular written and verbal status updates to the client addressing progress, schedule, budget, quality, and safety.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or relevant discipline OR equivalent experience
• Minimum 12 years of progressive construction inspection and/or construction management experience, including experience as a Resident Engineer or similar supervisory role.

• Direct experience serving in a Resident Engineer, Construction Manager, or similar lead role on at least one constructed Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) storage tank or comparable large underground wastewater storage facility is required.

• Strong understanding of construction sequencing and risk management specific to CSO and wastewater infrastructure. 

• Proven experience with construction contract administration, pay applications, RFIs, and change orders.

• Strong knowledge of construction contract administration, scheduling, cost control, and change management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with standard construction documentation and reporting tools (Microsoft Office, Excel).

Preferred Qualifications

• Illinois Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience working directly for municipal clients.
• Familiarity with electronic construction management systems (e.g., e-Builder or similar).
• OSHA 10-hour (or higher) certification.

Relocation Assistance is available.

WSP Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings. 

Compensation

Expected Salary: $147,200 - $218,570

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.